Main area: Respiratory Research
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (12 month secondment)
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Fridays)
Job ref: 358-6856962-RRC-BC
Employer: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Glenfield Hospital
Town: Leicester
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 Pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 13/02/2025 08:00
Bronchoscopy Research Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 5
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance Job overview
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre – Respiratory & Infection theme. This 12-month secondment post will allow a skilled Bronchoscopy nurse to embed research within the clinical service based on Ward 25 at GGH whilst learning new skills in how to deliver research studies. The purpose of this post will be to work between the clinical and research team to support the delivery of research trials and ensure patients receive quality care. The post holder will have competent skills as a bronchoscopy nurse and a willingness to learn new skills as a research nurse. The post is designed for those keen to develop research skills and experience to enable career progression. The post holder should be adaptable, flexible and show initiative. They need to demonstrate good communication skills, liaise with all levels of staff, and exhibit good organisational skills and attention to detail. Main duties of the job
Manage a personal caseload of clinical trials and patients with supervision/mentoring from Principal Investigators/senior research nurses. Ensure all work is undertaken in line with the research protocol, ICH-GCP and Research Governance guidelines. Act as a full member of the team with supervision by assisting in the implementation and maintenance of research projects. Educate other staff regarding the responsibilities of the role and function of the research nurse. Maintain Professional Accountability for nursing research practice at all times. Identify, screen and recruit patients for the clinical trial using agreed protocols. Provide education and support for patients in research trials with supervision. Work with the lead clinician to evaluate clinical trial proposals, identifying potential patient populations. Work with the R&I Co-ordinator to ensure all clinical trial documentation has appropriate ethical committee and Trust approval. Participate in set-up/initiation/monitoring visits, site audits and study close-down meetings with supervision. Resolve data queries raised by sponsoring organisations. Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the register with current NMC Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development Evidence of specialist training or willingness to undertake additional specialist/academic training Experience
Minimum of 1 year post-registration experience. Experience within the Bronchoscopy department. Clinical research experience. Knowledge of the clinical trial lifecycle. Skills
Clinical skills including ECG, Venepuncture, Cannulation, IV drug administration. Ability to educate and support colleagues, patients, and carers. Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Address: Paget house, 2 West street Leicester LE1 6XP Telephone: 0116 502 7298
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NHS AfC: Band 5
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance Job overview
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre – Respiratory & Infection theme. This 12-month secondment post will allow a skilled Bronchoscopy nurse to embed research within the clinical service based on Ward 25 at GGH whilst learning new skills in how to deliver research studies. The purpose of this post will be to work between the clinical and research team to support the delivery of research trials and ensure patients receive quality care. The post holder will have competent skills as a bronchoscopy nurse and a willingness to learn new skills as a research nurse. The post is designed for those keen to develop research skills and experience to enable career progression. The post holder should be adaptable, flexible and show initiative. They need to demonstrate good communication skills, liaise with all levels of staff, and exhibit good organisational skills and attention to detail. Main duties of the job
Manage a personal caseload of clinical trials and patients with supervision/mentoring from Principal Investigators/senior research nurses. Ensure all work is undertaken in line with the research protocol, ICH-GCP and Research Governance guidelines. Act as a full member of the team with supervision by assisting in the implementation and maintenance of research projects. Educate other staff regarding the responsibilities of the role and function of the research nurse. Maintain Professional Accountability for nursing research practice at all times. Identify, screen and recruit patients for the clinical trial using agreed protocols. Provide education and support for patients in research trials with supervision. Work with the lead clinician to evaluate clinical trial proposals, identifying potential patient populations. Work with the R&I Co-ordinator to ensure all clinical trial documentation has appropriate ethical committee and Trust approval. Participate in set-up/initiation/monitoring visits, site audits and study close-down meetings with supervision. Resolve data queries raised by sponsoring organisations. Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the register with current NMC Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development Evidence of specialist training or willingness to undertake additional specialist/academic training Experience
Minimum of 1 year post-registration experience. Experience within the Bronchoscopy department. Clinical research experience. Knowledge of the clinical trial lifecycle. Skills
Clinical skills including ECG, Venepuncture, Cannulation, IV drug administration. Ability to educate and support colleagues, patients, and carers. Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Address: Paget house, 2 West street Leicester LE1 6XP Telephone: 0116 502 7298
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